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Viola purpurea

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Western mountain violet, Goosefoot violet

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Viola purpurea is a species of violet with yellow flowers and the common name goosefoot violet.

Description

A temperate herbaceous plant in the Violaceae family with edible leaves and flowers.

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Edible Uses

The leaves and flowers are edible and can be consumed.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

North America, USA,

Notes

There are about 500 Viola species.

References (2)

  • Elias, T.S. & Dykeman P.A., 1990, Edible Wild Plants. A North American Field guide. Sterling, New York p 116
  • Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 1:55. 1855

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